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Lift with a barbell to get stronger and increase explosive power. New research shows that traditional weightlifting with a barbell will induce greater strength and power adaptations than performing a similar...

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The answers and winners of the February 25, 2012 Weekend Contest

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Take vitamin D to lose belly fat and achieve a better body composition. It’s prime time in the Northern Hemisphere to ensure your vitamin D levels are up to par since we’ve been in the dark days of winter...

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The contest question for the weekend of February 25, 2012

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Train with a variety of training tempos to get the greatest muscle and strength gains. Tempo training or varying the time your muscles spend performing a lift is one of the most important, but commonly...

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Maximize muscle building by taking Branched-Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs) and protein after training and at strategic time points after your workout. Dietary protein and BCAAs are the most important part of...

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Perform a heavy lower body training program to get faster and quicker over short distances. Include near maximal full-range of motion squats in a lower body strength program to increase your power and speed off the ground and blow by opponents on the basketball court or soccer field. ...

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Perform a strength training program to live longer and lower your risk of disease. Numerous studies have linked physical activity levels with less risk of developing a serious disease. A new study in the...

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The answer and winners are announced for the Weekend Contest of February 18, 2012

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Coffee provides numerous health benefits because it is very high in antioxidants, and the caffeine in coffee can improve athletic performance and increase work capacity. New research provides a long list...